At Duquesne Light Company, our culture revolves around our vision, mission and five core values. We proudly maintain a strong commitment to focus on safety, ethics and compliance, employee recognition, diversity and inclusion, and the communities we serve.
Vision – Why we exist
A larger than light, clean energy future for all: delivering exceptional results today, boldly harnessing opportunities for tomorrow.
Mission – How we will achieve our vision
Serve as a trusted partner to customers by providing the products and service offerings for today and tomorrow as One DLH.
Core Values – We are guided by these values daily:
·Safety - We are safe above all else. We must keep ourselves, each other, our customers and communities safe.
·Integrity - We are guided by our commitment to do the right thing and never compromise ethics.
·Dependability - We are collaborative and steady; we are a trusted partner to all.
·Equity - We believe access to work, resources and opportunities are critical elements of a clean energy future for all.
·Community - We work where we live and are committed to serving our vibrant, diverse communities.
Safety
Safety is the No. 1 priority at Duquesne Light Company. It’s the integral part of our operations and a key measurement of our success. Every employee is expected to work safely above all to ensure we sustain a safe work environment for ourselves, our colleagues and our customers. By maintaining this ongoing focus and commitment, we continue to raise the bar on improving our safety performance.
Employee Recognition
Employee recognition is vital to our culture at Duquesne Light Company. We offer a mix of formal recognition programs, like our annual Employee Excellence Awards, as well as informal practices. The benefits of fostering a culture built on recognition include:
· Promoting and encouraging employee engagement and satisfaction
· Celebrating and continuing to build a culture of excellence
· Building Company pride
· Improving employee retention
CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY
Duquesne Light Company is playing a vital role in helping the Pittsburgh region transition to a clean energy future that is greener, healthier and more equitable. We are a Platinum Sustainable PGH Workplace, and this recognition program champions businesses, nonprofits and other institutions for advancing vibrant communities and environmentally responsible practices. While there is still progress to be made, this achievement represents our commitment to sustainable business operations that impact our employees, the community and the environment.
As we join our trusted partners in setting the stage for future generations to thrive, we're focused on delivering exceptional results today while boldly harnessing opportunities for tomorrow. Learn more about our commitment to Corporate Responsibility here.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Duquesne Light Company is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace that values diversity and rewards performance. To deliver on this commitment, we must attract, elevate and retain highly skilled talent that is reflective of the communities we serve. We work to develop and leverage the knowledge and unique skill sets of our current employees to create an environment where every team member feels included, respected and valued. Learn more about our commitment to DE&I here.
Volunteerism & Community
Employees at Duquesne Light Company value our strong tradition of giving back to communities where we live and work — through volunteerism and funding. Whether it’s donating time or monetary support, we work with the community to power important neighborhood programs that are larger than light. We offer our team members opportunities to participate in a range of volunteer initiatives throughout the year.